1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1960 DAF 600 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1960 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1950 Austin A 40 (84 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 28 L |
