1961 DAF 600 vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is newer by 39 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Dion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (133 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Dion weights approximately 750 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Dion (184 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Dion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2000 Mitsubishi Dion | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Dion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
