1959 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 790 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 Toyota Sport 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 (44 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Sport 800 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Junior weights approximately 120 kg more than 1966 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1966 Toyota Sport 800 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 Sport 800. 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 Sport 800 (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Toyota Sport 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1966 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 75 L |