1963 DAF 600 vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1987 Nissan Santana 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Santana weights approximately 440 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 Nissan Santana (143 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |
