1969 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Zastava 1500
To start off, 1980 Zastava 1500 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 1,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Zastava 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Zastava 1500 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Zastava 1500 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 285 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 Zastava 1500 (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Zastava 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1980 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | DAF | Zastava |
| Model | 44 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
