1972 DAF 44 vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 1400 weights approximately 309 kg more than 1972 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, 1960 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
