1956 Citroen 15 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen 15 weights approximately 570 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, 1956 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen 15 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | 15 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2260 mm |
