1971 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 621 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2578 mm |
