1959 DAF 600 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 49 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), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1293 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | DAF | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
