1967 DAF 44 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette 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 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 135 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, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 44 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
