1968 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 277 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
