1972 DAF 44 vs. 1981 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1981 Reliant SE6 is newer by 9 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 494 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, 1981 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1981 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | DAF | Reliant |
| Model | 44 | SE6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |
