1995 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 26 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 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 455 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 145 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
