1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1975 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cherry is newer by 13 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 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cherry (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cherry (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1975 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | Daffodil | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |
