1971 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 210 kg more than 1971 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
