1961 DKW Junior vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1968 Renault 6 is newer by 7 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault 6 (47 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault 6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1961 DKW Junior. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Renault 6 (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Renault 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
