1972 DAF 66 vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 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 24 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1961 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 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 | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 1950 mm |
