1968 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 485 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, 2007 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
