1959 DAF 600 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 13 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 DAF 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 DAF 66 (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 66 weights approximately 196 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, 1972 DAF 66 (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 DAF 66 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | DAF | DAF |
| Model | 600 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 42 L |
