1961 DKW Junior vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | DKW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Junior | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2430 mm |
