1967 DAF Daffodil vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 190 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 | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | DAF | Daihatsu |
| Model | Daffodil | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
