1974 DAF 66 vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 212 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
