1959 DKW Junior vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 250 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 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2450 mm |
