1971 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 14 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 185 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
