1975 DAF 66 vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Fiat 1100 (52 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1975 DAF 66. 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, 1975 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
