1959 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 48 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 1810 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.
Because 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mahindra Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | DKW | Mahindra |
| Model | Junior | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 2510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 56 L |
