1963 DAF 600 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 806 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 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2803 mm |
