1959 DAF 600 vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1982 Renault 5 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 5 weights approximately 340 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 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | DAF | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |
