1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 559 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, 2008 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| 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 | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
