1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 46 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 59 L |
