1962 DAF 750 vs. 1975 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1975 Opel Ascona is newer by 13 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Opel Ascona (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Opel Ascona weights approximately 308 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, 1975 Opel Ascona (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1975 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
