1961 DAF 600 vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
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 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 585 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 1800 (127 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800 | |
| Make | DAF | Fiat |
| Model | 600 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 38 L |
