1959 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 40 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 970 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 1999 Honda Legend 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. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 1999 Honda Legend | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Legend |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 68 L |
