1959 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2003 Kia Opirus is newer by 44 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Opirus (196 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Opirus weights approximately 1060 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, 2003 Kia Opirus (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2003 Kia Opirus 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. 2003 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2003 Kia Opirus | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Opirus |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2810 mm |
