1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 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, 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (94 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Giulietta | 66 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 42 L |
