1973 DAF 66 vs. 1962 Renault Caravelle
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Renault Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Renault Caravelle would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (35 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1962 Renault Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 66 kg more than 1962 Renault Caravelle. 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, 1973 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Renault Caravelle. (59 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Renault Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1962 Renault Caravelle | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 66 | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
