1960 DAF 600 vs. 1996 Ford Probe
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 36 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Ford Probe (172 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1996 Ford Probe | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Probe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 58 L |
