1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 240 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 Citroen Visa (137 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Visa | 600 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
