1967 DAF 44 vs. 1962 Ford Consul
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ford Consul (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ford Consul should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Ford Consul weights approximately 97 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, 1962 Ford Consul (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1962 Ford Consul | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 65.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
