1959 DAF 600 vs. 1959 Saab 95
To start off, both 1959 DAF 600 and 1959 Saab 95 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 841 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Saab 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Saab 95 (38 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Saab 95 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Saab 95, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Saab 95 (84 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Saab 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1959 Saab 95 | |
Make | DAF | Saab |
Model | 600 | 95 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 841 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |