1971 DAF 44 vs. 1973 Mazda 616
To start off, 1973 Mazda 616 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 616 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 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, 1973 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1973 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 616 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
