1960 DKW Junior vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 415 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 Toyota Corolla (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2002 Toyota Corolla 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. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 50 L |
