1966 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 190 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
