1968 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 795 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1998 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
