1972 DAF 66 vs. 1970 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1970 Mazda 1000.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1970 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 66 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
