1963 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 46 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 834 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Element |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2580 mm |
