1959 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2012 Opel Meriva is newer by 53 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Meriva (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Meriva 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, 2012 Opel Meriva (175 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DKW Junior | 2012 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
