1961 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 655 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
