1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1,890 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 405 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 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1980 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 44 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
