1967 DAF 44 vs. 1971 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1971 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 425 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, 1971 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1971 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 44 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
