1975 DAF 66 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 66 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 38 L |
