1970 DAF 44 vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,651 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Vauxhall Velox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Vauxhall Velox weights approximately 480 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, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 44 | Velox |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
