1963 DAF 600 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 15 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 285 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
