1971 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 29 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 435 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
