1959 DKW Junior vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 374 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 2009 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | DKW | Toyota |
Model | Junior | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 79 L |