1969 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1970 Mazda 1000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (66 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mazda 1000 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1969 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, 1970 Mazda 1000 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
