1959 DAF 600 vs. 1979 Seat Ritmo
To start off, 1979 Seat Ritmo 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat Ritmo (63 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat Ritmo weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Seat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Seat Ritmo (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Seat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1979 Seat Ritmo | |
Make | DAF | Seat |
Model | 600 | Ritmo |
Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |