1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1970 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 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 75 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
