1987 Citroen Mehari vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1987 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen Mehari (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DAF 600 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 DAF 600 (45 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1961 DAF 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Mehari | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Mehari | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
