1960 DAF 600 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 264 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
