1972 DAF 66 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Seat Ronda weights approximately 144 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.
Because 1972 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Seat Ronda (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 66 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
