1972 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 35 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 449 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, 2007 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 44 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
