1972 DAF 66 vs. 1972 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, both 1972 DAF 66 and 1972 Triumph Dolomite were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,853 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Dolomite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 141 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, 1972 Triumph Dolomite (143 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1972 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1972 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 66 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1853 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 967 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 57 L |
