1974 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1015 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 1974 Chevrolet Impala is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Impala (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Impala | Junior |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2180 mm |
