1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 425 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 Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit 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 Fit | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 41 L |
