1959 DAF 600 vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 14 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Matra-Simca M530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Matra-Simca M530 weights approximately 305 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, 1973 Matra-Simca M530 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Matra-Simca M530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | DAF | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 600 | M530 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
