1969 DAF 44 vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
