1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 16 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 85 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Alfasud | 44 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
