2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 35 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 660 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 156 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
