1972 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 34 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (83 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 44 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
