1976 Audi 100 vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1976 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,142 cc (5 cylinders), 1976 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 100 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Audi 100 (163 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1976 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Audi 100 | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | 100 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2142 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 28 L |
