1972 DAF 66 vs. 1958 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1958 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1972 DAF 66 | 1958 Fiat 500 | |
Make | DAF | Fiat |
Model | 66 | 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 37 L |