1959 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 490 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
