1969 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 11 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 295 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
