1959 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior.
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 Tata Indica (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | DKW | Tata |
| Model | Junior | Indica |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 37 L |
