1975 DAF 66 vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 23 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 weights approximately 24 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | DAF | Hyundai |
| Model | 66 | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
