1976 Alpine A 310 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1976 Alpine A 310 is newer by 9 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 195 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, 1976 Alpine A 310 (209 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alpine A 310 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 310 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2260 mm |
