2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 756 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, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DKW |
| Model | Colorado | Junior |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 31 L |
