1967 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 12 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 585 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
