1973 DAF 66 vs. 1982 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1982 Ford Fairlane is newer by 9 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 572 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1982 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |
