1972 DAF 66 vs. 1968 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1968 Opel Kadett. 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, 1972 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Kadett. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1968 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1076 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
