2000 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1963 DKW Junior
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,348 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1963 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1963 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daewoo Lanos | 1963 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daewoo | DKW |
| Model | Lanos | Junior |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1348 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 31 L |
