1959 DKW Junior vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 440 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, 2005 Renault Clio (101 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Clio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
