1960 DKW Junior vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, both 1960 DKW Junior and 1960 Ginetta G4 were released in the same year (1960). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ginetta G4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ginetta G4 (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ginetta G4 should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 DKW Junior weights approximately 255 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Because 1960 Ginetta G4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Ginetta G4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Ginetta G4 (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Ginetta G4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
Make | DKW | Ginetta |
Model | Junior | G4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 23 L |