1966 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 41 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 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (230 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 660 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Galant (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2007 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
