1970 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2789 mm |
