1970 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 1971 Toyota Century is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Century (128 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 945 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, 1971 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Century |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
