1960 DKW Junior vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 51 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 566 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 DKW Junior, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | DKW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Junior | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 72 L |
