1959 DKW Junior vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1961 Simca 1000 is newer by 2 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 944 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 30 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Simca 1000 (73 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 1961 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | Junior | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 36 L |
