1963 DAF 600 vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 33 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 545 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1996 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | DAF | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 600 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
