1969 DAF 44 vs. 1963 Honda S500
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Honda S500 would be higher. At 842 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Honda S500 (43 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Honda S500 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1963 Honda S500.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Honda S500. (45 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1963 Honda S500 | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | S500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
