1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (134 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 603 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 Daewoo Nubira, 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 Daewoo Nubira (185 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Daewoo | DAF |
| Model | Nubira | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1233 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 28 L |
