1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 40 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 801 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2690 mm |
