1953 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1962 DAF 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 900 kg more than 1962 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, 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford (185 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | DAF |
| Model | Tickford | 600 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
