1973 DAF 66 vs. 1956 Ford Consul
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 246 kg more than 1973 DAF 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1956 Ford Consul | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Consul |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 47 L |
