1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 is newer by 1 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 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 490 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin | DAF |
| Model | A 55 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 28 L |
