1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 33 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
