1990 Citroen BX vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 30 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 270 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, 1990 Citroen BX (109 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | BX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 28 L |
