1969 DAF 44 vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, both 1969 DAF 44 and 1969 Renault 12 were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Renault 12 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Renault 12 weights approximately 145 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, 1969 Renault 12 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1969 DAF 44 | 1969 Renault 12 | |
Make | DAF | Renault |
Model | 44 | 12 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |