1971 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 1998 Honda CRX is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CRX weights approximately 301 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, 1998 Honda CRX (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
