1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 3 weights approximately 469 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mazda 3 (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | Daffodil | 3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
