1967 DAF 44 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 44 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
