The DAF 33 is a compact saloon car produced by the DAF company of Eindhoven, in the Netherlands between 1967 and 1974. Outwardly and technically it differed little from its predecessor, the DAF Daffodil.

DAF 33
Overview
ManufacturerDAF
Production1967–1974
131,621 produced
AssemblyBorn, Netherlands (DAF Born)
DesignerJohan van der Brugghen
Body and chassis
Body style2-door sedan
2-door pick-up
2-door van
LayoutFR layout
Powertrain
Engine746 cc flat twin
TransmissionVariomatic
(continuously variable)
Dimensions
Wheelbase80.7 in (2,050 mm)
Length143 in (3,632 mm)
Width57 in (1,448 mm)
Height54.5 in (1,384 mm)
Chronology
PredecessorDAF Daffodil
SuccessorDAF 44

1966 had seen the introduction of the Michelotti styled DAF 44 which appeared to compete in virtually the same market segment as the Daffodil-based design; but the 33, its development costs presumably long since amortised,[citation needed] remained in production with its new name. A more luxurious version became available in 1969. Thereafter the car changed very little: however, the 6 volt electrical system was replaced with a 12 volt one in 1972.[citation needed]

The DAF 33, in common with other DAF cars, featured a continuously variable transmission system, the DAF Variomatic, which used a V-shaped drive belt and two pulleys connected to a limited-slip differential, giving a CVT-like operation. Notably, this design meant the 33 had almost the same top speed in reverse gear as it did in forward motion: around 70 mph (110 km/h).[1]

References

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  1. ^ "Detailed specs review of 1967 Daf 33 offered since mid-year 1967 for Europe".
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  •   Media related to DAF 33 at Wikimedia Commons
 
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