1969 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, 1976 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Honda Civic (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1976 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
