1959 DAF 600 vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1973 Ford Cortina is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 315 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
Make | DAF | Ford |
Model | 600 | Cortina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |