1975 Citroen CX vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 8 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 635 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | CX | 44 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
