1962 DAF 750 vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 31 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 746 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 DAF 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 DAF 750 (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 DAF 750 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF 750 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. 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, 1962 DAF 750 (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 DAF 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 750 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |
