1974 DAF 66 vs. 2006 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 32 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1095 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, 2006 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2006 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 66 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
