1959 DAF 600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 51 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 927 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 64 L |
