1971 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 34 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
