1966 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1968 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Rekord (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Rekord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 1968 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1968 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 44 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
