1959 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Opel Agila
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 41 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (59 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Agila weights approximately 315 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, 2000 Opel Agila (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2000 Opel Agila | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Agila |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 44 L |
