1959 DAF 600 vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 41 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 1125 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 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
