1971 DAF 44 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 DAF 44 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 850 (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
