1972 Alpine A 310 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1972 Alpine A 310 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 160 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alpine A 310 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 310 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 33 L |
