1960 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1981 Honda Ballade is newer by 21 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 1,334 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Ballade weights approximately 85 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.
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, 1981 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 1981 Honda Ballade has automatic transmission and 1960 DKW Junior has manual transmission. 1960 DKW Junior will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Ballade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | Junior | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2330 mm |
