1959 DAF 600 vs. 1969 Skoda 1202
To start off, 1969 Skoda 1202 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Skoda 1202 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Skoda 1202 (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Skoda 1202 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Skoda 1202 weights approximately 475 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Skoda 1202 (85 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Skoda 1202 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1969 Skoda 1202 | |
| Make | DAF | Skoda |
| Model | 600 | 1202 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 30 L |
