1967 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1170 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 Mercury Milan (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 44 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 66 L |
