1950 Citroen 15 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 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 696 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 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1950 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | 15 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |
