1959 DAF 600 vs. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 28 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 600 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1987 Chevrolet Beretta (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1987 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | DAF | Chevrolet |
| Model | 600 | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
