1952 Austin A 90 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 635 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, 1952 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 90 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
