1960 DKW Junior vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny 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 741 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 DKW Junior (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 DKW Junior weights approximately 4 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 DKW Junior (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2040 mm |
