1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 445 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 Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
