1946 Austin 16 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | 16 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
