1963 DAF 600 vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1965 Opel Rekord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Opel Rekord (90 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 400 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, 1965 Opel Rekord (146 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1965 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |
