1959 DKW Junior vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 1975 Renault 30 is newer by 16 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 30 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 30 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 620 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Renault 30 (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1975 Renault 30 has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Renault 30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
