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 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 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. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 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 | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
