1960 DKW Junior vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 33 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 120 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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | Express |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2590 mm |
