1967 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 34 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 414 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 44 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
