1968 DAF 44 vs. 1977 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1977 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 9 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 958 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Daihatsu Taft (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 265 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, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Daihatsu Taft. (63 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Daihatsu Taft.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1977 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Taft |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2030 mm |
