1967 Austin A 60 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 60 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 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, 1967 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 60 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
