1970 Austin 3 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1970 Austin 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | 3 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
