1968 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 663 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 Honda Civic (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
