1968 DAF 44 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 4 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 645 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
