1974 DAF 66 vs. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa
To start off, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (255 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 672 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, 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1983 Lamborghini Jalpa | |
| Make | DAF | Lamborghini |
| Model | 66 | Jalpa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
