1971 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1996 Seat Toledo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 395 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
