1972 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 22 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 164 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, 1994 Morgan Plus 4 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1994 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | DAF | Morgan |
| Model | 44 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
