1971 DAF 44 vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1976 Ford Fairlane is newer by 5 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 697 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2950 mm |
