1969 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 41 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 625 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
