1967 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 44 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 474 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
