1969 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1975 Triumph TR7 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 290 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 44 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2170 mm |
