1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 600 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
