1974 Alpine A 310 vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1974 Alpine A 310 is newer by 15 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 1,605 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 195 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, 1974 Alpine A 310 (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alpine A 310 | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Alpine | DAF |
| Model | A 310 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 28 L |
