1959 DKW Junior vs. 1998 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1998 Renault Twingo 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Twingo (57 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Twingo weights approximately 120 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, 1998 Renault Twingo (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1998 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
