1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1978 Toyota Publica is newer by 16 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 1,166 cc, 1978 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Publica weights approximately 90 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, 1978 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | Daffodil | Publica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
