1967 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1975 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 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 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 695 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1975 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
