1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 700 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2260 mm |
