1970 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 705 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
