1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 20 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 260 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (112 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 33 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
