2005 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 46 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 845 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 2005 Daewoo Chairman 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 2005 Daewoo Chairman. 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, 2005 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2005 Daewoo Chairman 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. 2005 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Chairman | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daewoo | DKW |
| Model | Chairman | Junior |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
