1961 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 885 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 Sportage (251 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 58 L |
