1968 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Daihatsu Delta
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 10 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 320 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, 1978 Daihatsu Delta (123 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1978 Daihatsu Delta | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2200 mm |
