1959 DAF 600 vs. 1979 Reliant SE6

To start off, 1979 Reliant SE6 is newer by 20 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 620 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, 1979 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.

Compare all specifications:

1959 DAF 600 1979 Reliant SE6
Make DAF Reliant
Model 600 SE6
Year Released 1959 1979
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 590 cc 2994 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 19 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 45 Nm 233 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 630 kg 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2650 mm


 

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