1963 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 570 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 Mini Cooper (160 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DAF | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
