1969 DAF 44 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 335 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
