1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 25 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Alfasud | 44 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
