1959 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Toyota Crown

To start off, 1966 Toyota Crown is newer by 7 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 2,599 cc, 1966 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Crown weights approximately 675 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 1966 Toyota Crown 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 1966 Toyota Crown. 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, 1966 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.

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