2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 39 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 1,969 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 725 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Spider | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
