1971 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 25 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 811 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
