1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 33 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Daihatsu Opti (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Opti should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Daihatsu Opti weights approximately 40 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, 1959 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (56 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 1992 Daihatsu Opti has automatic transmission and 1959 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1959 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Daihatsu Opti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
| Model | Opti | Junior |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 31 L |
