1974 DAF 66 vs. 2013 Smart Fortwo
To start off, 2013 Smart Fortwo is newer by 39 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 DAF 66 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2013 Smart Fortwo.
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, 2013 Smart Fortwo (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Smart Fortwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2013 Smart Fortwo | |
| Make | DAF | Smart |
| Model | 66 | Fortwo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1559 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 33 L |
