1967 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 505 is newer by 20 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), 1987 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 515 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, 1987 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 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 |
