1967 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1684 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 50 L |
