1970 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1970 DAF 44 and 1970 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 605 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1970 DAF 44 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | DAF | Ford |
Model | 44 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |