1973 DAF 66 vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 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), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 470 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Lancia Lybra (255 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 66 | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 60 L |
