1959 DAF 600 vs. 1991 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1991 Nissan Laurel is newer by 32 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 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Laurel (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 540 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, 1991 Nissan Laurel (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
