1962 DAF 750 vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1970 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Carina weights approximately 183 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. 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, 1970 Toyota Carina (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF 750 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 750 | Carina |
Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |