1970 DAF 44 vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Renault Fregate (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 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, 1951 Renault Fregate (131 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Renault Fregate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 44 | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
