1969 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1976 Nissan Violet 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Violet weights approximately 185 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, 1976 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
