1969 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Rover P4 (92 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Rover P4 weights approximately 695 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 Rover P4 (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 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 | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 44 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
