1968 DAF 44 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1974 Simca 1100 is newer by 6 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1100 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 125 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, 1974 Simca 1100 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | 44 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
