1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Simca 1309
To start off, 1980 Simca 1309 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Simca 1309 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1309 weights approximately 325 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 Simca 1309 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1980 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | 44 | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
