1972 DAF 66 vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 14 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 369 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 66 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
