1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 42 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 789 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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | Daffodil | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
