1959 DKW Junior vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 310 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, 1989 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 19 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
