1984 Citroen Mehari vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1984 Citroen Mehari is newer by 22 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 746 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 DAF Daffodil is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF Daffodil weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Because 1962 DAF Daffodil is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF Daffodil. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Mehari, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 DAF Daffodil (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 DAF Daffodil will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Mehari | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Mehari | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
