1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 662 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. 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 Chevrolet Nova (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
Model | Nova | 66 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |