1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (156 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1960 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (215 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Alfa 6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 28 L |
