1972 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Ford 12 M
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford 12 M (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford 12 M should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford 12 M weights approximately 94 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, 1970 Ford 12 M (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford 12 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1970 Ford 12 M | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | 12 M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |
