1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 577 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.
Because 1962 DAF Daffodil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF Daffodil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | Daffodil | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
