1967 DAF 44 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 260 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 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | 44 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
