1960 DKW Junior vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 50 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 920 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.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
