1969 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z is newer by 44 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 441 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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2435 mm |
