1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DKW Junior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1998 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Express | Junior |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2180 mm |
