1961 DAF 600 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 805 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (193 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
