1968 DAF 44 vs. 1973 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 223 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, 1973 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1973 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
