1963 DAF 600 vs. 2012 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Seat Altea 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 562 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2012 Seat Altea | |
| Make | DAF | Seat |
| Model | 600 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
