1967 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 22 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Polo (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 55 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, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volkswagen Polo. (76 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1989 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
