1998 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 1998 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 39 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 350 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 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daihatsu Terios | 1959 DKW Junior | |
Make | Daihatsu | DKW |
Model | Terios | Junior |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 741 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 64 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2180 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 31 L |