1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 1300 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2260 mm |
