1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 DAF 66 (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 DAF 66 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 DAF 66 (99 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1973 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Visa | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Visa | 66 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 32 L |
