1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,567 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 75 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1567 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2260 mm |
