1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 39 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 426 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.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Xsara | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2060 mm |
