1969 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 875 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, 1983 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
