1959 DAF 600 vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1982 Holden Commodore is newer by 23 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 1,892 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Holden Commodore (78 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Holden Commodore weights approximately 530 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, 1982 Holden Commodore (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
