1971 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 27 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 360 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
