1975 DAF 66 vs. 1974 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1975 DAF 66 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lancia Beta weights approximately 214 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, 1974 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1974 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1974 Lancia Beta | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 66 | Beta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 59 L |
