1960 DAF 600 vs. 1979 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1979 Opel Ascona 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 2,408 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Ascona (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Opel Ascona weights approximately 452 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 Opel Ascona (210 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1979 Opel Ascona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1979 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
