1961 DKW Junior vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 13 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 304 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, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | Junior | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2530 mm |
