1962 DAF 600 vs. 1966 Simca 1000
To start off, 1966 Simca 1000 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1000 weights approximately 100 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, 1966 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1966 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1966 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | DAF | Simca |
| Model | 600 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 36 L |
