1968 DAF 44 vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 17 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1968 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, 1967 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1967 Ford 17 | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
