1959 DAF 600 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 770 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 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
Make | DAF | Fiat |
Model | 600 | Dino |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2560 mm |