1969 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 25 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 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
