1959 DKW Junior vs. 1968 ZAZ 966
To start off, 1968 ZAZ 966 is newer by 9 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 887 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 ZAZ 966 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 ZAZ 966. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1968 ZAZ 966. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 ZAZ 966 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 1968 ZAZ 966 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 1968 ZAZ 966. 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 ZAZ 966. (52 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 ZAZ 966.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1968 ZAZ 966 | |
| Make | DKW | ZAZ |
| Model | Junior | 966 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 887 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2170 mm |
