1960 DAF 600 vs. 1979 Dodge Mirada
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 19 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 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1070 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1979 Dodge Mirada | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 600 | Mirada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
