1959 DAF 600 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 350 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2390 mm |
