1972 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 35 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 338 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, 2007 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
