1979 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chrysler Avenger should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 250 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, 1979 Chrysler Avenger (93 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chrysler Avenger | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | Avenger | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
