1959 DAF 600 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 43 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 850 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
