1965 DAF Daffodil vs. 1965 Holden EH
To start off, both 1965 DAF Daffodil and 1965 Holden EH were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1965 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 525 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 | 1965 Holden EH | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | Daffodil | EH |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
