1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 38 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Rally Raid 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 1959 DKW Junior | |
Make | Citroen | DKW |
Model | Rally Raid | Junior |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2180 mm |