1971 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 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, 2000 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
