1968 DAF 44 vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1970 Fiat 124 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
