1968 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Charade.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Daihatsu Charade (88 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2007 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |
