1969 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 520 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 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DAF | Mini |
| Model | 44 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2466 mm |
