1975 DAF 66 vs. 1959 Morris Minor
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Morris Minor. (36 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 DAF 66 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1959 Morris Minor. 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, 1975 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Minor. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1959 Morris Minor | |
| Make | DAF | Morris |
| Model | 66 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2190 mm |
