1971 DAF 44 vs. 1991 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1991 Honda Prelude is newer by 20 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Prelude (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Prelude weights approximately 355 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, 1991 Honda Prelude (159 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1991 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
