1972 DAF 66 vs. 1967 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Olympia (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Olympia weights approximately 64 kg more than 1972 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, 1967 Opel Olympia (128 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1967 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
