1971 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1975 Simca 1309 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 301 kg more than 1971 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, 1975 Simca 1309 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | 44 | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
