1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 40 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 690 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
