1973 DAF 66 vs. 1979 Fiat 126
To start off, 1979 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1979 Fiat 126. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1979 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1850 mm |
