1960 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 47 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Honda Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
1960 DKW Junior | 2007 Honda Jazz | |
Make | DKW | Honda |
Model | Junior | Jazz |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 741 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |