1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 40 (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 40 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1963 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, 1961 Austin A 40 (68 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1961 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 40 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2060 mm |
