1960 DAF 600 vs. 1988 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1988 Lancia Thema is newer by 28 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Thema (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lancia Thema weights approximately 700 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, 1988 Lancia Thema (184 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1988 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1988 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
