1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 110 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, 1980 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
