1967 DAF 44 vs. 1956 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ford Zodiac (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 407 kg more than 1967 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 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1956 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
