1970 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 899 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Seicento (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 DAF 44 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 DAF 44 (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1998 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
