1974 DAF 66 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 36 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 702 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 66 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
