1960 DKW Junior vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1960 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Galant 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 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Junior | Galant |
Year Released | 1960 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2310 mm |