1969 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 595 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 Toyota Celica (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 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 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2330 mm |
