1960 DAF 600 vs. 1980 Saab 900
To start off, 1980 Saab 900 is newer by 20 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Saab 900 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Saab 900 weights approximately 550 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, 1980 Saab 900 (164 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1980 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1980 Saab 900 | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
