1959 DKW Junior vs. 1995 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 36 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), 1995 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 650 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, 1995 Plymouth Breeze (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1995 Plymouth Breeze | |
Make | DKW | Plymouth |
Model | Junior | Breeze |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |