1968 DAF 44 vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 95 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 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | DAF | Innocenti |
| Model | 44 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
