1968 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 37 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 340 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2750 mm |
