1960 DKW Junior vs. 2000 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa 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 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 165 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2000 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | DKW | Opel |
| Model | Junior | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
