1959 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster 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 973 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Opel Frogster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Frogster (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Frogster should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 598 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 Opel Frogster (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Frogster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 52 L |
