1971 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 36 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 455 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
