1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 7 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 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (163 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600.
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, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | DAF |
| Model | Giulia | 600 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 28 L |
