1959 DAF 600 vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 27 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 290 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |
