1977 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 18 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 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 860 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, 1977 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Nova | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Nova | 600 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2060 mm |
