1974 DAF 66 vs. 1957 Fiat 600
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. 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, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1957 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
