1967 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 89 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | 44 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
