1960 DAF 600 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 40 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 190 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | DAF | Smart |
| Model | 600 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
