1968 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 27 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 825 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2930 mm |
