1974 DAF 66 vs. 1955 Rover P4
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Rover P4 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1974 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, 1955 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1955 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1955 Rover P4 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 66 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
