1969 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 36 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), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 750 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (290 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
