1974 DAF 66 vs. 1971 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Morris Oxford (60 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Morris Oxford weights approximately 302 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, 1971 Morris Oxford (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1971 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | DAF | Morris |
| Model | 66 | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
