1970 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 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, 1959 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1220 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 | 66 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 905 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 |
