2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 838 kg more than 1968 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 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | C5 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
