1961 DAF 600 vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 593 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Mitsubishi 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mitsubishi 500 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DAF 600 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 DAF 600 (45 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 1961 DAF 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2070 mm |
