1963 DAF 600 vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1974 Lotus Eclat is newer by 11 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 476 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 600 | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
