1967 DAF Daffodil vs. 1959 Riley 4-68
To start off, 1967 DAF Daffodil is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4-68. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4-68 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Riley 4-68 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Riley 4-68 (63 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1967 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Riley 4-68 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Riley 4-68 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1967 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:
| 1967 DAF Daffodil | 1959 Riley 4-68 | |
| Make | DAF | Riley |
| Model | Daffodil | 4-68 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 45 L |
