1971 DAF 44 vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 26 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 575 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
