1969 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 140 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 Toyota Corolla (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
