1987 Citroen AX vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 63 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | AX | 44 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
