1969 DAF 44 vs. 1967 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford 12 M (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford 12 M weights approximately 97 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, 1967 Ford 12 M (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1967 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
