1971 DAF 44 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 28 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 635 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
