1972 DAF 66 vs. 1963 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Anglia (47 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Anglia should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1963 Ford Anglia.
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, 1963 Ford Anglia (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1963 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
