1967 DAF 44 vs. 1977 Mazda 323
To start off, 1977 Mazda 323 is newer by 10 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mazda 323 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mazda 323 weights approximately 27 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, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 323. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1977 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
