1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 45 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 175 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 35 L |
