1967 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 15 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
