1966 DAF 44 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1969 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,548 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 304 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, 1969 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
