1961 DAF 600 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 806 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2712 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 70 L |
