1959 DAF 600 vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 24 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 440 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
