1974 DAF 66 vs. 1967 Humber Sceptre
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Humber Sceptre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Humber Sceptre would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Humber Sceptre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Humber Sceptre (82 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Humber Sceptre should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Humber Sceptre weights approximately 164 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, 1967 Humber Sceptre (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 Humber Sceptre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1967 Humber Sceptre | |
| Make | DAF | Humber |
| Model | 66 | Sceptre |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
