1960 DAF 600 vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1960 DAF 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1960 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1957 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
