1962 DAF 750 vs. 1963 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1963 Fiat 1300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1300 (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Fiat 1300 (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1963 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
