1967 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 29 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 355 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, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
