1963 DAF 600 vs. 1961 Fiat 850
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 DAF 600 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 850 (69 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1961 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1961 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 850 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
