1967 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Daihatsu Applause
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 27 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 175 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, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1994 Daihatsu Applause | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Applause |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 43 L |
