1974 DAF 66 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 66 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2160 mm |
