1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 43 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 746 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 DAF Daffodil is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Life weights approximately 125 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 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF Daffodil. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | Daffodil | Life |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |
