1972 DAF 66 vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 1979 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 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 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat 131 (71 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Fiat 131 weights approximately 384 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, 1979 Fiat 131 (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
