1972 DAF 66 vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1978 Triumph Spitfire 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Triumph Spitfire (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
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 Triumph Spitfire (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 66 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
