1959 DKW Junior vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso 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 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | DKW | SsangYong |
Model | Junior | Musso |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |