1967 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 8 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mazda 818 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda 818 (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda 818 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 245 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, 1975 Mazda 818 (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda 818 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 818 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
