2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | GT | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
