1959 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 27 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 270 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 309 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
