1959 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 39 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Today weights approximately 10 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 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1998 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Junior | Today |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |