1959 DKW Junior vs. 1999 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1999 Subaru Vivio 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DKW Junior weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 1999 Subaru Vivio | |
Make | DKW | Subaru |
Model | Junior | Vivio |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2320 mm |