2009 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 50 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 242 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.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Sirion (140 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Sirion | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Sirion | Junior |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |
