1963 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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), 1990 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 447 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, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
