1972 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 38 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Tiida (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 528 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Tiida |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
