1970 DAF 44 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 225 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, 1954 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
