1966 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 5 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 280 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Renault 15 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
