1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Lada Niva
To start off, 2010 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lada Niva (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lada Niva weights approximately 585 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 2010 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 Lada Niva (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DKW Junior | 2010 Lada Niva | |
Make | DKW | Lada |
Model | Junior | Niva |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 45 L |