1967 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 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 1,498 cc, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 125 kg more than 1967 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 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
