1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Kia Venga
To start off, 2010 Kia Venga is newer by 51 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Venga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Venga (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Venga should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Venga weights approximately 1010 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, 2010 Kia Venga (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Venga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2010 Kia Venga | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Venga |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 48 L |
