1960 DKW Junior vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 52 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1960 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 984 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 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 DKW Junior. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DKW Junior. (64 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DKW Junior | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | DKW | Toyota |
| Model | Junior | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 741 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
