1989 Citroen CX vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 470 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 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | CX | 44 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
