1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1967 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1967 Trabant P 601 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 746 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 DAF Daffodil is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 DAF Daffodil (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 DAF Daffodil should accelerate faster than 1967 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF Daffodil weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 DAF Daffodil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF Daffodil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Trabant P 601, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, both vehicles can yield 53 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1967 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | DAF | Trabant |
| Model | Daffodil | P 601 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2030 mm |
