1959 DKW Junior vs. 2006 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2006 MG ZT-T is newer by 47 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 MG ZT-T weights approximately 960 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, 2006 MG ZT-T (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2006 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | DKW | MG |
| Model | Junior | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 65 L |
