1962 DAF 750 vs. 1982 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corolla (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 223 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, 1982 Toyota Corolla (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1982 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
