1963 DAF 600 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 35 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 702 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
