1959 DKW Junior vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 23 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 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 465 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 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1982 Toyota Celica 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. 1982 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Celica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2620 mm |
