1969 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon is newer by 26 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 354 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, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 44 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
