1969 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 1988 Morgan 4 is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Morgan 4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Morgan 4 weights approximately 115 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, 1988 Morgan 4 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | DAF | Morgan |
| Model | 44 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
