1975 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 16 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1250 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 1975 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DAF 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Chevrolet Blazer (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Blazer | 600 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2060 mm |
