1987 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (175 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 495 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 164 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
