1966 DAF 44 vs. 1972 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1972 Triumph GT6 is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph GT6 weights approximately 180 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, 1972 Triumph GT6 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1972 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 44 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2120 mm |
