1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1600 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 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, 1961 Abarth 1600 (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 1600 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
