1971 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 41 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 463 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, 2012 Peugeot 1007 (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2012 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
