1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 379 kg more than 1969 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 33 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
