1963 DAF 600 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 50 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 555 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | DAF | Mini |
| Model | 600 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2467 mm |
