1962 DAF 600 vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 31 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 696 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | DAF | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Capital |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |
