1970 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 1075 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 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2010 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | DAF | Luxgen |
| Model | 44 | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1768 mm |
