1966 Citroen DS vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1966 Citroen DS is newer by 7 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Citroen DS weights approximately 750 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, 1966 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Citroen DS | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | DS | Junior |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 31 L |
