1969 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1971 Riley 4 is newer by 2 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 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Riley 4 (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Riley 4 weights approximately 393 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, 1971 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1971 Riley 4 | |
| Make | DAF | Riley |
| Model | 44 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
