1974 DAF 66 vs. 1989 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 1989 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (90 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 1989 Daihatsu Charade (101 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1989 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | 66 | Charade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
