1966 DAF 44 vs. 1954 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1966 DAF 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1900 (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1900 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 1954 Fiat 1900 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1954 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
