1959 DAF 600 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 39 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 570 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina, 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | DAF | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |