1961 DAF 600 vs. 1978 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1978 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 17 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 980 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, 1978 Fiat Campagnola (152 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1978 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1978 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |
