1970 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2008 Seat Cordoba is newer by 38 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 325 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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2008 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
