1969 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 25 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |
