1963 DAF 600 vs. 1970 Volkswagen K 70
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen K 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen K 70 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 weights approximately 420 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 Volkswagen K 70 (134 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1970 Volkswagen K 70 | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | K 70 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
