1959 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1981 Subaru Coupe is newer by 22 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 215 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, 1981 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1981 Subaru Coupe 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. 1981 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1981 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | DKW | Subaru |
| Model | Junior | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 114 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |
