1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 729 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Xantia | 44 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
