1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1984 Isuzu Piazza
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Piazza is newer by 22 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Piazza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Piazza should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Piazza weights approximately 615 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, 1984 Isuzu Piazza (226 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Piazza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1984 Isuzu Piazza | |
| Make | DAF | Isuzu |
| Model | Daffodil | Piazza |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
