1959 DKW Junior vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is newer by 13 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 15 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, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | DKW | Sunbeam |
| Model | Junior | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2090 mm |
