1972 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 41 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 529 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DAF | Mini |
| Model | 44 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2547 mm |
