1967 DAF 44 vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 85 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
