1971 DAF 44 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 32 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 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 1035 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 44 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
