1959 DAF 600 vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 22 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 590 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 DAF 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Cervo should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DAF 600 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo.
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, 1981 Suzuki Cervo (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Cervo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | DAF | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
