1971 DAF 44 vs. 1956 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 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, 1956 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1956 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
