1960 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 40 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S-MX (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda S-MX weights approximately 630 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 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2000 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2000 Honda S-MX 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. 2000 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Junior | S-MX |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2510 mm |