1969 DAF 44 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 (43 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volkswagen 1303 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 65 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 Volkswagen 1303 (100 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1967 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
