1967 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 13 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 335 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, 1980 Mazda Cosmo (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |
