1960 DAF 600 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
