1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 30 (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 30 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 30 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1963 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, 1956 Austin A 30 (54 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1956 Austin A 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 30 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
