1963 DAF 600 vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is newer by 4 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 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 580 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, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 600 | Ro 80 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2390 cc |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
