1959 DAF 600 vs. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 380 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, 1970 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1970 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | DAF | Sunbeam |
| Model | 600 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
