1963 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1963 Abarth 700 is newer by 1 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, 1963 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF Daffodil weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Abarth 700.
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, 1963 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 700 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 700 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |
