1994 Audi A4 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1994 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A4 weights approximately 529 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, 1994 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A4 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | A4 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
