1969 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 43 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 150 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, 2012 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2012 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
