1969 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | GTA | 66 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 42 L |
