1960 DAF 600 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 520 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (108 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 45 L |
