1959 DKW Junior vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is newer by 33 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma weights approximately 770 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma (251 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1992 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Sigma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2730 mm |
