1961 DAF 600 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1983 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 22 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 255 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (153 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
