1969 DAF 44 vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Triumph Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Triumph Roadster (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Triumph Roadster should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Triumph Roadster weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 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, 1948 Triumph Roadster (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1948 Triumph Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 44 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
