1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1962 DAF 600 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 745 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 DAF 600 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 700 (61 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Abarth | DAF |
| Model | 700 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 28 L |
