1967 DAF 44 vs. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 17 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 65 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, 1984 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1984 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
