1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 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 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1972 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 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 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 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 33 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2260 mm |
