1966 DAF 44 vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1974 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 8 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 255 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, 1974 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1966 DAF 44 | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | DAF | Nissan |
Model | 44 | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |