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DAF 66 Combi 1.1 MARATHON (54 Hp)
Overall Rating
DAF 66:
The DAF 66 is a small family car produced by the Dutch company DAF from September 1972 to 1976. It was the successor of the DAF 55 and was itself superseded by the reworked Volvo 66. The DAF 66 was the last four-cylinder car to feature the DAF name.
The 66 was available as a 2-door saloon, a 2-door coupé, and a 3-door estate. It featured the unique Variomatic belt-driven continuously variable transmission. In total 146,297 DAF 66s were built.
The 66 was an evolution of the 1967 DAF 55. Aside from a cosmetic update, the redesign featured several changes, especially a major redesign of the rear axle, suspension, and drive:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Combi Overview:
DAF 66 (Combi). A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
The DAF 66 Combi was produced long before modern crash safety standards and Euro NCAP testing. Its safety features would be rudimentary by today's measures, typical for vehicles of the early 1970s.
1.1 MARATHON (54 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.1 Marathon offered a respectable power output for its class, providing adequate performance for daily driving and light highway use, especially when paired with the Variomatic transmission.
Fuel Economy
Given its small displacement and the era's technology, fuel economy was generally good, making it an economical choice for families.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Innovative Variomatic transmission for smooth driving.
- • Practical and spacious for its compact size.
- • Economical and easy to maneuver in urban environments.
- • Reliable engine options for the era.
Cons:
- • Modest performance, especially with the base engine.
- • Variomatic transmission requires specialized maintenance.
- • Basic safety features by modern standards.
- • Dated styling and interior compared to later models.
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | DAF |
| Model: | 66 |
| Generation: | Combi |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.1 MARATHON (54 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1972 |
| End of production: | 1975 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 54 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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