1973 DAF 66 vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1981 Fiat 131 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 131 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 131 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Fiat 131 (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 131 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
