1973 DAF 66 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 767 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2930 mm |
