1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 625 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 164 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
