1969 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 27 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 465 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2640 mm |
