1974 DAF 66 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 14 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 83 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1974 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 66 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
