1966 DAF 44 vs. 1958 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1966 DAF 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Toyota Crown (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Crown weights approximately 510 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1966 DAF 44 | 1958 Toyota Crown | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 44 | Crown |
Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |