1972 DAF 44 vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1019 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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
