1969 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste (172 Nm @ 4 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1978 Mitsubishi Celeste | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Celeste |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
