1967 DAF 44 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Morris Minor would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Minor (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 70 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, 1961 Morris Minor (66 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | DAF | Morris |
| Model | 44 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
