1960 DAF 600 vs. 1954 Rover P4
To start off, 1960 DAF 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 854 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1954 Rover P4 | |
| Make | DAF | Rover |
| Model | 600 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 52 L |
