1970 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 31 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (113 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 555 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2001 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
