1959 DKW Junior vs. 2003 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Corsa 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Corsa weights approximately 205 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 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2003 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| 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 | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2500 mm |
