1970 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 760 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
