1967 DAF 44 vs. 1966 Fiat 124
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat 124 (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat 124 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat 124 (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1966 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
