1973 DAF 66 vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 DAF 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 DAF 66 (99 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |
