1962 DAF 600 vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1981 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 535 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |
