1961 DAF 600 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1961 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1200 (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1961 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Fiat 1200 (81 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 37 L |
