1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 45 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Logan (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 495 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
| Make | DAF | Dacia |
| Model | 44 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
