1972 DAF 44 vs. 1958 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Toyota Corona weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1958 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
