1972 DAF 66 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 164 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (147 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
