1967 DAF 44 vs. 1977 Honda Civic
To start off, 1977 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1977 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1169 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 | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
