1960 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 42 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 215 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, 2002 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2002 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | DKW | Suzuki |
| Model | Junior | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2490 mm |
