2007 Dacia Logan vs. 1959 DKW Junior
To start off, 2007 Dacia Logan is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dacia Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1959 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dacia Logan weights approximately 356 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, 2007 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dacia Logan | 1959 DKW Junior | |
| Make | Dacia | DKW |
| Model | Logan | Junior |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 741 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 31 L |
