1961 DAF Daffodil vs. 1961 Simca Oceane
To start off, both 1961 DAF Daffodil and 1961 Simca Oceane were released in the same year (1961). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca Oceane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca Oceane (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca Oceane should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca Oceane weights approximately 305 kg more than 1961 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF Daffodil | 1961 Simca Oceane | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | Daffodil | Oceane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2450 mm |
