1974 DAF 66 vs. 1966 Fiat 500
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat 500 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 1966 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1966 Fiat 500. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 1966 Fiat 500 | |
Make | DAF | Fiat |
Model | 66 | 500 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |