1974 DAF 66 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett 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 1973 Opel Kadett.
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, 1973 Opel Kadett (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 43 L |
