1972 DAF 66 vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Skoda 440 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 DAF 66.
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, 1959 Skoda 440 (84 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1959 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 66 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
