1959 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 590 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 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 405 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
