1971 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (277 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 595 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1995 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | DAF | Subaru |
| Model | 44 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
