1961 DKW Junior vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 14 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 5 weights approximately 20 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DKW Junior. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DKW Junior.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DKW Junior | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | Junior | 5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
