1963 DAF 600 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 24 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Festiva weights approximately 180 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2300 mm |
