1961 DAF 600 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
