1960 DKW Junior vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 41 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Pod is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Pod weights approximately 244 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Pod |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
