1973 DAF 66 vs. 1975 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 DAF 66 (99 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant. (91 Nm). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1975 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 66 | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
