1969 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 855 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
