1963 DAF 600 vs. 1979 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 16 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 290 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, 1979 Honda Prelude (127 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1979 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2330 mm |
