1967 DAF 44 vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 615 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 Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino 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 Dino | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
