1967 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Mazda 121
To start off, 1979 Mazda 121 is newer by 12 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 121 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 121 weights approximately 349 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, 1979 Mazda 121 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1979 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
