1959 DAF 600 vs. 1997 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1997 Lancia Zeta is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1997 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | DAF | Lancia |
| Model | 600 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
