1970 DAF 44 vs. 1960 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1970 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 DAF 44 (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 DAF 44 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 DAF 44 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 DAF 44 (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1960 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1960 mm |
