1967 DAF 44 vs. 1982 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1982 Peugeot 505 is newer by 15 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 545 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, 1982 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1982 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
