1972 DAF 44 vs. 1962 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 44 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi 500. (35 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1962 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2070 mm |
