1962 DAF 600 vs. 1960 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1962 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1962 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, 1960 Morgan Plus 4 (165 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1960 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1960 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | DAF | Morgan |
| Model | 600 | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1960 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
