1963 DAF 600 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 49 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 474 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2301 mm |
