1961 DAF 600 vs. 1956 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1961 DAF 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 689 cc (2 cylinders), 1956 Trabant P 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Trabant P 70 (22 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Trabant P 70 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Trabant P 70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1961 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, 1956 Trabant P 70 (54 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1956 Trabant P 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1956 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | DAF | Trabant |
| Model | 600 | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2390 mm |
