1967 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Polo 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, 2001 Volkswagen Polo (129 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2001 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
