1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700.
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, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 700 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
