1983 Austin Allegro vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1983 Austin Allegro is newer by 24 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Allegro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Allegro (43 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Allegro should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Allegro weights approximately 100 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, 1983 Austin Allegro (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Allegro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Allegro | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Austin | DKW |
| Model | Allegro | Junior |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2180 mm |
