1971 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1996 Seat Marbella is newer by 25 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 901 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 DAF 44 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1996 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
