1961 DAF 600 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 35 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 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 595 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (187 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
