1962 DAF 600 vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 605 is newer by 32 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 605 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 665 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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (171 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
