1972 DAF 66 vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 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, 1979 Toyota Corolla (116 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1979 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 | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
