1961 DAF 600 vs. 1959 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1961 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Toyota Corona (29 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Toyota Corona weights approximately 330 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 Toyota Corona (64 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1959 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 75 L |
