1967 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Ford Ka
To start off, 1996 Ford Ka is newer by 29 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ka (58 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ka weights approximately 123 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, 1996 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1996 Ford Ka | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
