1967 DAF 44 vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 18 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 DAF 44 (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 DAF 44 weights approximately 197 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 DAF 44 (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
