1959 DAF 600 vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 40 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Today weights approximately 80 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 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DAF 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Today |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
