1959 DKW Junior vs. 1986 Zastava Yugo
To start off, 1986 Zastava Yugo 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 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Zastava Yugo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Zastava Yugo (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Zastava Yugo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Zastava Yugo weights approximately 102 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 Zastava Yugo (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Zastava Yugo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1986 Zastava Yugo | |
| Make | DKW | Zastava |
| Model | Junior | Yugo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 30 L |
