1967 DAF 44 vs. 1975 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1975 Mazda Chante 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1975 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
