1970 DAF 44 vs. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 665 kg more than 1970 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Vauxhall Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1999 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 44 | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
