1969 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1970 Ford Cortina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 340 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1970 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
