1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (53 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1600 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1969 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1600 (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
