1972 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 489 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 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |
