1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 535 kg more than 1967 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Xantia | 44 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
