1969 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 277 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 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 44 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
