1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Tata Indica
To start off, 2012 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Tata Indica (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Indica weights approximately 220 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 Tata Indica (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2012 Tata Indica | |
| Make | DAF | Tata |
| Model | 44 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
