1965 DAF Daffodil vs. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1965 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 323 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.
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1965 DAF Daffodil | 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | DAF | Mazda |
Model | Daffodil | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 1965 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 983 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 48 L |