1959 DKW Junior vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 DKW Junior is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 422 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 1956 Peugeot 203 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 1956 Peugeot 203. 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, 1956 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
