1973 DAF 66 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
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, 1991 Ford Festiva, 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva 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 Festiva | |
Make | DAF | Ford |
Model | 66 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2300 mm |