1966 DAF 44 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 27 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 870 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2930 mm |
