1971 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 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 1,452 cc, 1978 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 60 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, 1978 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
