1968 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Honda Insight
To start off, 2006 Honda Insight is newer by 38 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Insight (73 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Insight (107 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2006 Honda Insight | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
