1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1962 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 2600 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1217 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 28 L |
