1959 DKW Junior vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 is newer by 35 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 180 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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | DKW | Peugeot |
| Model | Junior | 106 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |
