1961 DAF 600 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 28 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (192 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 735 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (245 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
