1974 DAF 66 vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 38 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lotus Exige weights approximately 114 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, 2012 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 66 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 44 L |
