1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 DAF 66 (99 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 1000 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 32 L |
