1969 DAF 44 vs. 1965 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 705 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1965 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | DAF | Avanti |
| Model | 44 | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 5354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
