1970 DAF 44 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 29 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, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 DAF 44 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 DAF 44 (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Today |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
