1971 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 24 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 775 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
