1967 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 573 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1967 DAF 44 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
Model | 44 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |