1963 DAF 600 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 48 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 963 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | DAF | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
