1961 DAF 600 vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 44 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 1000 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Element |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
