1959 DKW Junior vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1980 Talbot Tagora is newer by 21 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), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Talbot Tagora weights approximately 645 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 1980 Talbot Tagora 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 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | DKW | Talbot |
Model | Junior | Tagora |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |