1969 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 37 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 320 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
