1969 DAF 44 vs. 1960 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fiat 1100 (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 115 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, 1960 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1960 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
