1974 DAF 66 vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Renault 10 (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Renault 10 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1970 Renault 10.
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, 1970 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 66 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
