1974 DAF 66 vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 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 23 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1974 DAF 66.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | DAF | Trabant |
| Model | 66 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
