1974 DAF 66 vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 11 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. 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, 1974 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 31 L |
