1970 DAF 44 vs. 1989 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1989 Honda Concerto is newer by 19 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Concerto (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Concerto weights approximately 335 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, 1989 Honda Concerto (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1989 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
