1970 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 910 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |
