1971 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1994 Skoda Felicia is newer by 23 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Skoda Felicia (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 163 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, 1994 Skoda Felicia (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 44 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
