1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1961 DAF 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1961 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 70 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 28 L |
