1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1960 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1962 DAF Daffodil is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lotus Elite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF Daffodil weights approximately 83 kg more than 1960 Lotus Elite.
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, 1960 Lotus Elite (104 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Lotus Elite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1960 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | Daffodil | Elite |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 29 L |
