1967 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 9 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 405 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, 1976 Holden Sunbird (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 44 | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
