1969 DAF 44 vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Triumph GT6 (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 109 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, 1966 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 44 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
