1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 14 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 1,980 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler 1609 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler 1609 weights approximately 460 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler 1609 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | DAF | Chrysler |
| Model | Daffodil | 1609 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 91.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |
