1969 DAF 44 vs. 1963 Fiat 1600
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Fiat 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat 1600 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat 1600 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1600 weights approximately 270 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, 1963 Fiat 1600 (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Fiat 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1963 Fiat 1600 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1025 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 |
