1966 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1966 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, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
