1968 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 733 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
