1968 DAF 44 vs. 1980 Fiat 131
To start off, 1980 Fiat 131 is newer by 12 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Fiat 131 (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Fiat 131 weights approximately 265 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, 1980 Fiat 131 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1980 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1980 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
