1970 DAF 44 vs. 1973 Honda Life
To start off, 1973 Honda Life is newer by 3 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Honda Life. (30 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 DAF 44 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1973 Honda Life. 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 DAF 44 (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Life. (29 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1970 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1973 Honda Life | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Life |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2090 mm |
