1962 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 68 kg more than 1962 Austin A 40. 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, 1973 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 40 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | Austin | DAF |
Model | A 40 | 66 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |