1961 DAF 600 vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 25 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 330 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, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 600 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1295 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 | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
