1972 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 360 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1972 DAF 44 | 1968 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 44 | 2600 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 2584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |