1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1958 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1962 DAF Daffodil is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Morris Oxford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Morris Oxford (49 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Morris Oxford should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Morris Oxford weights approximately 421 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, 1958 Morris Oxford (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Morris Oxford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1958 Morris Oxford | |
Make | DAF | Morris |
Model | Daffodil | Oxford |
Year Released | 1962 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |