1970 DAF 44 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 367 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, 1960 Peugeot 203 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 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 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
