1967 DAF 44 vs. 1958 Ford Escort
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 32 kg more than 1967 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1958 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
