1961 DAF 600 vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1975 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 400 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (112 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1975 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
