1971 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 435 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 44 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
