1959 DKW Junior vs. 2004 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2004 Saturn Relay is newer by 45 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Relay (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 2004 Saturn Relay is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Relay will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Saturn Relay (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior. 2004 Saturn Relay 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. 2004 Saturn Relay will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2004 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | DKW | Saturn |
| Model | Junior | Relay |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3050 mm |
