2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 38 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 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF Daffodil weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
Make | Caterham | DAF |
Model | 7 | Daffodil |
Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1137 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2060 mm |