1959 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 572 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, 2001 Honda Civic (119 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
