1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Laser 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, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser 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 Laser | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
