1966 DAF Daffodil vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, both 1966 DAF Daffodil and 1966 Simca 1000 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (38 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1966 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:
| 1966 DAF Daffodil | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | Daffodil | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 47 L |
