1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1954 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1962 DAF Daffodil is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. 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, 1954 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1954 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | DAF | Fiat |
Model | Daffodil | 1100 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 38 L |