1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 37 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 605 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | Xantia | Junior |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2180 mm |
