1964 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is newer by 5 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite weights approximately 84 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, 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | DAF |
| Model | Sprite | 600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 28 L |
