1967 DAF 44 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 36 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Life weights approximately 35 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, 1967 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Life |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
