1959 DKW Junior vs. 1988 Acura Integra
To start off, 1988 Acura Integra is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
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, 1988 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1988 Acura Integra | |
| Make | DKW | Acura |
| Model | Junior | Integra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2520 mm |
