1969 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 859 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 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2799 mm |
