1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1973 Tatra T603
To start off, 1973 Tatra T603 is newer by 11 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 2,470 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Tatra T603 weights approximately 805 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, 1973 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1973 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | DAF | Tatra |
| Model | Daffodil | T603 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
