1970 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 37 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 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1065 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |
