1968 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 40 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 415 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
