1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 361 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | GT | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 33 L |
