1962 AC Aceca vs. 1975 DAF 66
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 AC Aceca weights approximately 68 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, 1962 AC Aceca (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1962 AC Aceca | 1975 DAF 66 | |
Make | AC | DAF |
Model | Aceca | 66 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 42 L |