1972 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 44 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1971 Mazda 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1971 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
