1969 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Ford Prefect
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Prefect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Prefect (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Prefect should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Prefect weights approximately 45 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, 1959 Ford Prefect (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Prefect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1959 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Prefect |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2220 mm |
