2000 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 31 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 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 520 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 145 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1369 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
