1960 DAF 600 vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1974 Mercury Montego is newer by 14 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1065 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3010 mm |
