1963 DAF 600 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1970 Peugeot 504 is newer by 7 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 700 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, 1970 Peugeot 504 (167 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
