1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 21 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), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 290 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (122 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 33 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
