1970 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 26 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 400 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Mira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
