1959 DAF 600 vs. 1970 Fiat 500
To start off, 1970 Fiat 500 is newer by 11 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 590 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 DAF 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DAF 600 (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DAF 600 should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DAF 600 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1959 DAF 600 (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 DAF 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1970 Fiat 500 | |
Make | DAF | Fiat |
Model | 600 | 500 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |