1959 DAF 600 vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 46 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 425 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | DAF | Mazda |
| Model | 600 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
