2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 43 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1315 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, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Colorado | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |
