1972 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Skoda 440 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1972 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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 44 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
