1969 DAF 44 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 693 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 44 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
