1967 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 361 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, 1998 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
