1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Honda S600
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 842 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1968 Honda S600 | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | S600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
