1959 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 50 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 493 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, 2009 Honda Civic (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Civic |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
