1961 DKW Junior vs. 1966 Marcos 1500
To start off, 1966 Marcos 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DKW Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DKW Junior would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1500 (85 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1500 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior.
Because 1966 Marcos 1500 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 1966 Marcos 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1966 Marcos 1500 (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1966 Marcos 1500 | |
| Make | DKW | Marcos |
| Model | Junior | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2290 mm |
