1967 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1976 Renault 14 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 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 80 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 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2540 mm |
