1959 DKW Junior vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 1972 Toyota Century 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 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 1106 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 1972 Toyota Century 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 1972 Toyota Century. 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, 1972 Toyota Century (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Century |
Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2870 mm |