1963 DAF 600 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1963 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, 1961 Seat 1400 (88 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1961 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 600 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
