2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 490 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 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Xantia | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 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 |
