1960 DAF 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 52 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 458 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, 2012 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
