1969 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 220 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
