1967 DAF 44 vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1085 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
