1962 DAF 750 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 48 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750.
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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2764 mm |
