1972 DAF 44 vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 514 kg more than 1972 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 44 | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
