1963 DAF 600 vs. 1996 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 590 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 Ford Mondeo (136 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1996 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
