1959 DAF 600 vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 42 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), 2001 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Life weights approximately 160 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 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2001 Honda Life (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Life |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| 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 | 58 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 | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |
