1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1962 DAF 600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 90 (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 870 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 90 | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 90 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 28 L |
