1960 DKW Junior vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior.
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 Kia Sedona (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior. 2007 Kia Sedona 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. 2007 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | DKW | Kia |
| Model | Junior | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
