1972 DAF 66 vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 44 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, 1978 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
