1959 DKW Junior vs. 1967 Marcos 1600
To start off, 1967 Marcos 1600 is newer by 8 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 1,652 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Marcos 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Marcos 1600 weights approximately 50 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 1967 Marcos 1600 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 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 1967 Marcos 1600 (172 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 1967 Marcos 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1967 Marcos 1600 | |
| Make | DKW | Marcos |
| Model | Junior | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2280 mm |
