1968 DAF 44 vs. 1971 Fiat 127
To start off, 1971 Fiat 127 is newer by 3 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 DAF 44 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Fiat 127.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1971 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
