1962 DAF 750 vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corona is newer by 10 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 243 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
