1959 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Jimny (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 80 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 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1986 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2040 mm |
