2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 40 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 730 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (146 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | 156 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 28 L |
