1975 DAF 66 vs. 1991 Toyota Century
To start off, 1991 Toyota Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Century weights approximately 974 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, 1991 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1991 Toyota Century | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 66 | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |
