1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 871 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Avanti | DAF |
| Model | Avanti | 44 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
