1965 DAF Daffodil vs. 1962 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1965 DAF Daffodil is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1965 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 530 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DAF Daffodil | 1962 Lancia Flavia | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | Daffodil | Flavia |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 55 L |
