1974 DAF 66 vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,145 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph Herald is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. 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 Triumph Herald (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph Herald will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | DAF | Triumph |
| Model | 66 | Herald |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 29 L |
