1961 DAF 600 vs. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2220 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1996 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 108 L |
