1971 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2010 Kia Carnival is newer by 39 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carnival (142 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1465 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, 2010 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2010 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 44 | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
