1973 DAF 66 vs. 1986 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 13 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charade (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 108 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Because 1973 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charade, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1986 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 66 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
