1968 DAF 44 vs. 1991 Eagle Summit
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 23 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Summit weights approximately 245 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1991 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | DAF | Eagle |
| Model | 44 | Summit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
